Cheap flights to Whangarei, New Zealand

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oct. 13 — oct. 201

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Rainfall in Whangarei by month

Plan your trip to Whangarei by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Whangarei ranges from 2.4 - 9.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Whangarei when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Whangarei by month

Plan your trip to Whangarei by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Whangarei, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

On a delightful harbour situated just south of New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, sits the country’s most northerly city. Known as the “City of 100 Beaches”, Whangarei has an impressive variety of scenic attractions and activities for visitors to enjoy. The Town Basin is a picturesque area in which to shop and eat or visit one of the city’s local museums, such as The Clock Museum or The Whangarei Art Museum.  Close to downtown lies Mount Parihaka, a volcanic landmark that offers panoramic views of the city by way of a scenic track. To the north of the city, the Tikipunga area delivers another spectacular natural feature, the Whangarei Falls, a local beauty spot where the Hatea River drops an astonishing 85 feet. New Zealand’s enormous kauri trees can also be seen here, at the AH Reed Memorial Kauri Park, which features a lovely canopy walkway through the remaining remnants of the old kauri forest. Situated on a natural harbour, the city’s coastline offers plenty of opportunities for scenic walks, including Whangarei Heads, a stunning peninsular dotted with white sandy beaches and volcanic peaks. Here you can find a rich diversity of wildlife amongst the forest terrain, which is also home to a kiwi sanctuary. For a peaceful place to spend a few hours, there are many parklands throughout the city where you can enjoy a picnic or get up close to native flora and fauna. If you want to discover New Zealand’s scenic landscape and native wildlife from a vibrant city location then Whangarei offers the best of both experiences.

Best Time to Fly to Whangarei, New Zealand

The city is a wonderful destination to visit all through the year, due to its warm, temperate climate. If you want to visit at the warmest time of the year, then the months of December through to February generally offer the highest temperatures.

New Zealand’s summer spans December through to February, so if you want to visit at a cheaper time of year when attractions are less crowded, book your trip during the cooler winter months around the middle of the year.

Getting around Whangarei, New Zealand

The CityLink bus service provides a regular timetable of buses than run around the city area to the suburbs. Bus routes also run to other cities, such as Paihia and Auckland. If you prefer to take a taxi, there are several taxi companies within the city.

  • What does WRE mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Whangarei Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a WRE flight.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Whangarei?

    If you book a flight to Whangarei, you will be flying into Whangarei, which is the city’s only airport. Whangarei (WRE) is located 3.4 mi from the center of Whangarei.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Whangarei if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Whangarei on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Whangarei depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Whangarei, San Francisco offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Whangarei have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Whangarei can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Whangarei?

    Yes. Whangarei has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Seaview A is the closest property to Whangarei (0.0 mi away from Whangarei).

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